1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 20 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 BMW 118. 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 (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fairlane | 118 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
