2006 BMW 530 vs. 1981 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fairlane. 1981 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1981 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2950 mm |
