2005 BMW 325 vs. 1986 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1986 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Falcon. (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1986 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2840 mm |
