1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Fairlane. (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Fairlane | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | Z4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2497 mm |