1998 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Ford Royale
To start off, 1998 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 328 (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Royale.
Because 1998 BMW 328 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 1998 BMW 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Royale, 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, 1998 BMW 328 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 1993 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
