2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP) has 110 more horse power than 2012 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2012 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
