2008 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Ford Aspire
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1993 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 37 L |
