2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Convertible 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 274 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 884 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Convertible | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
