2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (138 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
