1986 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 26 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 735 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 335 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 132 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |