2008 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Ford RS 200
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 193 kg more than 1987 Ford RS 200.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Ford RS 200 (292 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford RS 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2008 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1987 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1987 Ford RS 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1987 Ford RS 200 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | RS 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1804 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1232 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 116 L |
