1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 2.8 (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 2.8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 2.8 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 BMW 2.8 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 1974 BMW 2.8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2.8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2500 mm |
