2006 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2006 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M6 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |