1961 BMW 700 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 495 kg more than 1961 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 700 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 700 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
