1986 BMW M5 vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 111 kg more than 1986 BMW M5.
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, 1986 BMW M5 (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 1986 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M5 | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |