1994 BMW 518 vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1994 BMW 518 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,804 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1994 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 BMW 518. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 518. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 518.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 518 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 518 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |