2008 BMW 316 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 20 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 1 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 316 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3273 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |