2007 BMW 335 vs. 1984 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 335 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1984 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
