2006 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1980 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1980 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 1980 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |