1995 BMW 520 vs. 1995 Ford Fiesta

To start off, both 1995 BMW 520 and 1995 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 668 kg more than 1995 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 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 1995 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fiesta, 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 520 (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.

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