2000 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 328 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 2010 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2000 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 2010 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | 328 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
