2007 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Telstar 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 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1989 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Telstar.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Telstar. 1989 Ford Telstar has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Ford Telstar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1989 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
