2007 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Ford Probe
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1987 Ford Probe. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1987 Ford Probe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1987 Ford Probe | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Probe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
