1992 BMW 538 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2013 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Escape is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 538. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Escape. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 538 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
