1998 BMW 316 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1998 BMW 316 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (106 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 380 kg more than 1998 BMW 316. 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, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 316 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
