2005 BMW 330 vs. 1979 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (185 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1979 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2950 mm |
