1994 BMW 520 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1994 BMW 520 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 520 (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 520 weights approximately 684 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 520 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 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 520 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
