2004 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 BMW Z4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
