1987 BMW 730 vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Ford Puma. (153 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 730 weights approximately 327 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 BMW 730 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 1987 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma, 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, 1987 BMW 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 730 | 2000 Ford Puma | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Puma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
