1996 BMW 316 vs. 1990 Ford RS 200
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford RS 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford RS 200 (250 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Ford RS 200.
Because 1990 Ford RS 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford RS 200 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, 1990 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 316 | 1990 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |