1995 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 520 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 520 weights approximately 740 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 2005 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 2005 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, 2005 BMW 520 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fiesta | 2005 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | 520 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
