1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1997 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1997 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Escort. (115 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Escort. 1976 BMW 3.3 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1997 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 BMW 3.3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3.3 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
