1983 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 607 kg more than 1983 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 323. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 323. 2005 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 323 | 2005 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
