1992 BMW 332 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2410 mm |
