2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Ford Falcon. (221 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Falcon.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
