2002 BMW 332 vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 332 | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 332 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 398 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |