2005 BMW 325 vs. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 244 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1989 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1989 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
