1990 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 120 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 120 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |