2007 BMW 320 vs. 1994 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Falcon (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Falcon weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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, 1994 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1994 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
