2005 BMW 330 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Festiva |
Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |