2007 BMW 325 vs. 1988 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Tempo 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 119 more horse power than 1988 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Tempo. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1988 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
