1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 19 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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 (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Fairlane has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Fairlane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Fairlane | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2810 mm |