2005 BMW 745 vs. 1991 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 745 weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 745 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1991 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2300 mm |
