1997 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 BMW 325 is newer by 15 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 325 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon.
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, 2012 BMW 325 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 2012 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
