1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2000 BMW 730
To start off, 2000 BMW 730 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 730 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 730 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 2000 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2000 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2000 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Festiva | 730 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2950 mm |
