2009 BMW 335 vs. 1990 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1990 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
