2004 BMW 325 vs. 1976 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fairlane. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1976 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
