2005 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 1990 Ford Festiva | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |