2010 BMW 335 vs. 1988 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1988 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, 2010 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW 335 | 1988 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2800 mm |
