1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 Ford Fairlane. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Fairlane.
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:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fairlane | 530 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
