1995 Ford Royale vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, 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, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Royale | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Royale | 120 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
