1970 BMW 2002 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1975 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 BMW 2002 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Ford Escort (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 BMW 2002. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 BMW 2002 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
