1994 BMW 318 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1994 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 318 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 318 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 1994 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1994 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 318 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Festiva |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2300 mm |