1985 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2011 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 118 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |