2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1992 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 1992 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1992 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z4 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2930 mm |
