1990 BMW 850 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 BMW 850 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 1990 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 850 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 850 | Escort |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |