1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 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, 2010 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 2010 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fiesta | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | 750 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |
