1997 BMW 318 vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 1997 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Tempo (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 318 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 1997 BMW 318 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 1997 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Tempo, 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, 1994 Ford Tempo (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |
