2009 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 1970 Ford Falcon (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 1970 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |