2012 BMW 535 vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 36 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Ford Falcon. (256 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 550 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 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (491 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2830 mm |
