2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2001 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2001 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
