1956 BMW 507 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 30 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 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 BMW 507 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 BMW 507 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 507 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 48 L |
