2009 BMW 116 vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Royale is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2009 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Royale (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Royale will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 1995 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 116 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2560 mm |
