1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 BMW 320
To start off, 2005 BMW 320 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Fairlane | 2005 BMW 320 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 320 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2730 mm |