2007 BMW M vs. 1985 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 1985 Ford RS 200 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | RS 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1804 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 116 L |