2005 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1986 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 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1632 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 |
