1991 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1991 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 Ford Falcon.
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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 525 | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |