2007 BMW 116 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW 116 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Falcon weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 116 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
