2009 BMW 128 vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW 128 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 128 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Ford Falcon. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Falcon.
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 (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 128 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2800 mm |
