1986 BMW 325 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 325 (126 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 325 weights approximately 344 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 BMW 325 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 1986 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1986 BMW 325 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 325 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 816 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 |
