2009 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (216 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 5 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (365 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |
