2007 BMW 320 vs. 1986 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1986 Ford Orion. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 2007 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Orion. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1986 Ford Orion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |
