1999 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Falcon (232 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Falcon weights approximately 35 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. 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 Ford Falcon (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2009 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Falcon | 2009 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 325 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
