1987 BMW 324 vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (202 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 BMW 324. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 198 kg more than 1987 BMW 324. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 324 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 125 L |
