1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 13 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 86 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 354 kg more than 2010 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
