1998 BMW M vs. 2002 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 Ford Falcon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2002 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Falcon weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 BMW M.
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, 2002 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW M. (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW M | 2002 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Falcon |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |