2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1999 Ford Ka
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 970 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1999 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
