2009 BMW 325 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (216 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 1993 Ford Falcon has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
