1984 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 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 (10 cylinders), 2013 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | M5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 493 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2889 mm |
