2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1989 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Fairlane. (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1989 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2930 mm |
