1994 BMW 316 vs. 1972 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Ford Escort. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1972 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1972 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 40 L |
