2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 750 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2012 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Fiesta | 750 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 82 L |
