2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z3. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (180 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Falcon | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
