2004 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
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, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 535 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |