1977 BMW 528 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 1993 Ford Contour is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 528 (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 528 weights approximately 103 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 528 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 1977 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1977 BMW 528 (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 528 | Contour |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
