2006 BMW 525 vs. 1987 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 19 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1987 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2300 mm |
