1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1985 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Ford |
| Model | GT | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2950 mm |
