1990 Ford Escort vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 835 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Escort | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2968 mm |