1985 BMW 324 vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 BMW 324 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 1985 BMW 324. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva, 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW 324 | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 324 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 786 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |