1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar, 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cougar | 325 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
