2008 BMW 328 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (205 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 1994 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1994 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
