2001 Ford Cougar vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 456 kg more than 2001 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 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 328. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Ford Cougar (298 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 328. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Cougar | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Cougar | 328 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2761 mm |
