1959 BMW 502 vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1976 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1959 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 42 kg more than 1959 BMW 502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 502 | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 502 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2950 mm |
