1993 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 535 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4856 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2885 mm |