2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Ford 021 C
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford 021 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford 021 C 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 115 more horse power than 1999 Ford 021 C. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford 021 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1999 Ford 021 C. 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) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford 021 C. (146 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford 021 C. 1999 Ford 021 C has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford 021 C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Ford 021 C | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | 021 C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
