2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 206 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 BMW M 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 2001 BMW M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2001 BMW M (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
