1992 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Ford Escape
To start off, 2012 Ford Escape is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2012 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Escape weights approximately 7 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Because 1992 BMW 545 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 1992 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 2012 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1657 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
