1992 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1453 mm |
