1985 BMW 325 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 433 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2930 mm |
