1994 Ford Falcon vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1994 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 137 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Falcon | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | Z4 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |