1949 BMW 340 vs. 1973 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 Ford Escort is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 BMW 340 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Escort (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1949 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 BMW 340 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 BMW 340 | 1973 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 340 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
