1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 BMW 528

To start off, 2011 BMW 528 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 BMW 528 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 528. 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 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.

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