2009 BMW 318 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 BMW 318 is newer by 18 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 160 kg more than 2009 BMW 318. 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 318. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 318. 1991 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 318 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2930 mm |
