1999 BMW M5 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Ford Falcon. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
