2002 BMW M3 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2002 BMW M3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
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, 2002 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm). This means 2002 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW M3 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
