1981 BMW 518 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1989 Ford Telstar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 518 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 BMW 518. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 518 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Because 1981 BMW 518 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 1981 BMW 518. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Telstar, 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, 1989 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 518. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 518 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 518 | Telstar |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |