2000 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (231 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 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, 2000 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2800 mm |