2005 BMW 325 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1994 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 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
