1971 BMW 3 vs. 2005 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1971 BMW 3.
Because 1971 BMW 3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 BMW 3 (271 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 2005 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
