2008 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2010 Ford Falcon. (362 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M5. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M5 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 533 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |