1977 BMW 520 vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1985 Ford Fairlane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 520 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 17 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 BMW 520. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 520. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 520 | 1985 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2950 mm |
