1983 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 584 kg more than 1983 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 BMW 316 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 1983 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2010 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 316 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1765 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |