1968 BMW 2002 vs. 1996 Ford Escort
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2002 (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2002 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002.
Because 1968 BMW 2002 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 1968 BMW 2002. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1968 BMW 2002 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 1996 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
