1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 29 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 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 386 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1984 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 1984 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 556 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
