1994 Ford Versailles 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 Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1994 Ford Versailles. (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Versailles. 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 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Versailles. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Versailles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Versailles | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Versailles | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
