2005 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1987 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (238 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1987 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
