1985 Ford Tempo vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (90 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 350 kg more than 1985 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Tempo, 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Tempo | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Tempo | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |
