2011 BMW X5 vs. 1992 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1992 Ford Falcon. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1992 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Falcon. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 1992 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2800 mm |
