2003 Ford Ka vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 493 kg more than 2003 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 1 Series 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 2013 BMW 1 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Ka, 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Ka | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 53 L |
