1968 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (152 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1968 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:
| 1968 Ford Fairlane | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fairlane | 328 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
