1987 Ford RS 200 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 857 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford RS 200. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford RS 200 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | RS 200 | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 70 L |
