2007 BMW 325 vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Ford RS 200 (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |