1992 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 BMW 645
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 645 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. 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, 2007 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon. 2007 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 2007 BMW 645 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 645 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2790 mm |