1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 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 (395 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 1998 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Falcon | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Falcon | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 395 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |