2000 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon

To start off, both 2000 BMW 328 and 2000 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 313 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.

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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW 328 2000 Ford Falcon
Make BMW Ford
Model 328 Falcon
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2801 cc 4940 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 192 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 279 Nm 420 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1588 kg 1275 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2800 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 132 L


 

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