1992 BMW 316 vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 BMW 316 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 316 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 316 | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 937 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
