2003 BMW 760 vs. 2005 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2005 Ford Falcon. (200 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 760 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW 760 2005 Ford Falcon
Make BMW Ford
Model 760 Falcon
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 3984 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 440 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 357 Nm
Torque RPM 3950 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 92.4 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 99.3 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2090 kg 1581 kg
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2930 mm


 

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