1987 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1987 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fairlane | X5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2933 mm |
