1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (155 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Falcon weights approximately 190 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1991 Ford Falcon (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 120 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
