1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1973 BMW 2004 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 1968 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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 2004 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2004 | Escort |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |