1996 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 44 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 1996 BMW M3 (305 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW M3 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 4089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 304 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |