1991 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 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 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1991 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 528 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3949 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2888 mm |
