1996 BMW 545 vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1996 BMW 545 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 545 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 1996 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 545 | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 55.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
