1998 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour.
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, 2000 Ford Contour, 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 328 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | Contour |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |