1982 BMW 328 vs. 1982 Ford Meteor
To start off, both 1982 BMW 328 and 1982 Ford Meteor were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 328 (115 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 328 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 BMW 328 (210 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (111 Nm). This means 1982 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 328 | 1982 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 885 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
