2000 BMW 323 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 BMW 323 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 323 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (259 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
