1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Fairlane (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 BMW 116. 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, 1982 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Fairlane | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 116 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |