1990 Ford Orion vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion. 2011 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Orion | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Orion | 550 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
