1983 BMW 525 vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1990 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 55 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2930 mm |