1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2011 BMW 330 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 2011 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Festiva | 2011 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Festiva | 330 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2810 mm |