2001 BMW L7 vs. 1983 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2001 BMW L7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 BMW L7.
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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW L7 | 1983 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | L7 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
