1978 BMW 730 vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 730 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 154 kg more than 1978 BMW 730.
Because 1978 BMW 730 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 1978 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape, 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, 1978 BMW 730 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 730 | 2011 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2619 mm |
