1999 BMW M28i vs. 1996 Ford Indigo

To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 530 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW M28i 1996 Ford Indigo
Make BMW Ford
Model M28i Indigo
Year Released 1999 1996
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3201 cc 5935 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 549 Nm
Top Speed 212 km/hour 321 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1700 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2900 mm


 

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