2012 BMW X1 vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X1 | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X1 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4454 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1798 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1545 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
