1999 BMW 323 vs. 1993 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323. 1993 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1993 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
