1956 BMW 507 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Because 1956 BMW 507 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 1956 BMW 507. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Escort, 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, 1956 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
