2006 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 14 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 875 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 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 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, 2006 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Festiva |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |