2007 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (54 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Orion |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
