1995 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1995 BMW Z3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Z3 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 245 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3.
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, 1990 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
