1998 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 359 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
