1977 BMW 732 vs. 1977 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1977 BMW 732 and 1977 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 BMW 732 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 732. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 732 | 1977 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 732 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
