2007 BMW 328 vs. 1998 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Contour 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 102 more horse power than 1998 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Contour.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 1998 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |