2009 BMW M3 vs. 1986 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1986 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2950 mm |
