1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 41 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 489 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 6 series |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2968 mm |