1989 Ford Festiva vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 23 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1989 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1409 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 2012 BMW 750 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 750. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Festiva | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Festiva | 750 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 2195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3211 mm |