1986 Ford Escort vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 550 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1115 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
