2002 BMW 332 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2002 BMW 332 is newer by 3 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 150 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, 1999 Ford Falcon (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1999 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 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 332 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |