1997 BMW M3 vs. 1979 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1979 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 1979 Ford Falcon (263 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1979 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3271 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 263 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |