1989 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1989 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Fairlane | 2009 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 325 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3949 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |