2010 BMW X5 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Falcon. (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 555 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4851 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1763 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2830 mm |
