2009 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford RS 200.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford RS 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford RS 200. (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford RS 200. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1988 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 1988 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X5 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 116 L |
