2009 BMW 125 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 125 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 62 L |
