2007 BMW M6 vs. 2000 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2000 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2000 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, 2007 BMW M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M6 | 2000 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |