1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 409 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
