2001 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2001 BMW 740 is newer by 2 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 740 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1999 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, 2001 BMW 740 (410 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon. 2001 BMW 740 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. 2001 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
