1989 BMW 518 vs. 2001 Ford TE-50
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 518 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 506 kg more than 1989 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 518 | 2001 Ford TE-50 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 518 | TE-50 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1666 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2800 mm |