1999 BMW LMR vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW LMR weights approximately 215 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 BMW LMR (355 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | LMR | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
