2007 BMW 760 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (221 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 449 kg more than 1991 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 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 760 1991 Ford Fairlane
Make BMW Ford
Model 760 Fairlane
Year Released 2007 1991
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5972 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 439 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 388 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2105 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2930 mm


 

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