2008 BMW 750 vs. 1994 Ford Fairlane

To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1994 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 750 1994 Ford Fairlane
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Fairlane
Year Released 2008 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3983 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 360 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 3499 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1734 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2930 mm


 

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