2007 BMW 650 vs. 1993 Ford Contour
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Ford Contour, 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 1993 Ford Contour | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | Contour |
Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |