1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1972 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 2002 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1972 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2002 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2002 | Escort |
Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |