1986 BMW M6 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
