2001 Ford 49 vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford 49. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford 49 would be higher. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford 49 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2001 Ford 49. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford 49. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 387 kg more than 2001 Ford 49. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 320 (340 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford 49. (175 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford 49.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford 49 | 2006 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | 49 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
