1974 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW Touring weights approximately 106 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ford Escort (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1974 BMW Touring | 1982 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | Touring | Escort |
Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1572 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |