1996 Ford Indigo vs. 2011 BMW 128
To start off, 2011 BMW 128 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2011 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 128 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Indigo | 2011 BMW 128 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Indigo | 128 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2659 mm |