1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, 2001 BMW Z3 is newer by 10 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Z3 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Z3 weights approximately 584 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 2001 BMW Z3 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 2001 BMW Z3. 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, 2001 BMW Z3 (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Festiva | Z3 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |