1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1647 kg more than 1988 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | X6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2934 mm |
