1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2012 BMW 328 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 2012 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Ford Meteor, 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Meteor | 328 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
