2007 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 2007 BMW 750 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2007 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 750 1985 Ford Fairlane
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Fairlane
Year Released 2007 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 4089 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 362 HP 137 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 5190 mm 5020 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 2950 mm