1986 BMW Z1 vs. 2003 Ford Escape
To start off, 2003 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW Z1 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Escape weights approximately 478 kg more than 1986 BMW Z1.
Because 2003 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW Z1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Escape 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, 1986 BMW Z1 (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Escape. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW Z1 | 2003 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Z1 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 59 L |
