1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2010 BMW M6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | M6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2781 mm |