1992 BMW 850 vs. 1984 Ford Escort

To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 BMW 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 850 1984 Ford Escort
Make BMW Ford
Model 850 Escort
Year Released 1992 1984
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4988 cc 1608 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4700 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 91 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 21.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 870 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1650 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2410 mm


 

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