1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 630 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 630 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |