1979 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW 125 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 125 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |