2007 BMW X3 vs. 1988 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1988 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Festiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1988 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X3 | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2300 mm |
