1990 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (176 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 392 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
Because 1990 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape, 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, 2013 Ford Escape (321 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3. 2013 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 BMW M3 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4524 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2078 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |