1984 BMW 725 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 1984 BMW 725 and 1984 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1984 BMW 725 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 1984 BMW 725. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 725 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 725 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2300 mm |