1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Ford Falcon is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Falcon weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 BMW Z9. 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 2009 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2838 mm |