1961 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1989 Ford Fairlane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 900 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 BMW 700 | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 700 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2930 mm |