1994 Ford Tracer vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tracer. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 621 kg more than 1994 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tracer. (120 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tracer. 2013 BMW 3 Series has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Tracer has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Tracer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 3 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Tracer | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Tracer | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1434 mm |
