1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 BMW 320

To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Ford Fairlane.

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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford Fairlane 2009 BMW 320
Make Ford BMW
Model Fairlane 320
Year Released 1979 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4940 cc 2171 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 344 Nm 211 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 1615 kg
Vehicle Length 5020 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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