2009 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Ford Cougar
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 325 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 2009 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1999 Ford Cougar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
