1984 BMW M6 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 1984 BMW M6 is newer by 3 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 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 BMW M6 weights approximately 551 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 1984 BMW M6 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 1984 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, 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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2400 mm |
