1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 BMW M6

To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 19 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 339 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Ford Fairlane 2010 BMW M6
Make Ford BMW
Model Fairlane M6
Year Released 1991 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 221 HP 500 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 7750 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 519 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 6100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 5230 mm 4872 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1854 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2781 mm


 

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