1992 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 269 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |