1971 BMW Touring vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 Ford Escort is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Touring | Escort |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
