1981 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 729 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1683 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1434 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2810 mm |