2005 BMW 318 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Contour (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Contour weights approximately 13 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 318 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 2005 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, 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, 1993 Ford Contour (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
