1973 BMW Touring vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Escape |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |