2005 BMW 525 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2300 mm |
