2009 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2800 mm |