1973 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1973 Ford Escort. (96 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1701 kg more than 1973 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Escort. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1973 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1973 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | X6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 85 L |
