2005 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 267 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
