2009 BMW 650 vs. 2001 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka, 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2001 Ford Ka | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 650 | Ka |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
