1999 BMW 529 vs. 1997 Ford Royale
To start off, 1999 BMW 529 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Royale would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 529 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 529 (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1997 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 529 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Royale.
Because 1999 BMW 529 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 1999 BMW 529. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Royale.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 1997 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 529 | Royale |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2560 mm |
