2008 BMW 550 vs. 1977 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1977 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
