1988 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1127 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 7 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3070 mm |
