1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2011 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2011 BMW 1 Series is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 739 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 1 Series 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 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2011 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Festiva | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2659 mm |