2008 BMW 550 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 196 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5763 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 482 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
