1995 BMW 318 vs. 1985 Ford Courier
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Courier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Courier would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 1995 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Ford Courier, 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, 1995 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Courier. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Courier.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 318 | 1985 Ford Courier | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | Courier |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 168 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |