2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1987 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1987 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
