1997 Ford Puma vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Puma would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 520 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Puma.
Because 2012 BMW 520 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 2012 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Puma, 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Puma. (126 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Puma. 2012 BMW 520 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Puma has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Puma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Puma | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Puma | 520 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
