1985 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 28 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 615 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 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 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 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |