1972 BMW Touring vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1972 BMW Touring is newer by 5 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, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 280 kg more than 1972 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |
