2004 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 26 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 482 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
