1976 BMW 630 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 238 kg more than 1976 BMW 630. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
