1967 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 44 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, 2011 BMW 120 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 Ford Fairlane. (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1967 Ford Fairlane. 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:
| 1967 Ford Fairlane | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fairlane | 120 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3930 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
