2005 BMW 530 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 12 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2800 mm |
