1999 BMW Z9 vs. 1990 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1999 BMW Z9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z9 (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z9 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 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 Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z9 | 1990 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Z9 | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2930 mm |