1983 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1170 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 5 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 5 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 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 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 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3070 mm |
