1983 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 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 187 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 633 kg more than 1983 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 1983 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 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 |
