2012 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Falcon. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 535 | 2004 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 59 L |
