2008 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M6 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1999 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
