1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (221 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 BMW 120. 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |