1984 Ford Escort vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 330 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
