1994 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 BMW 730. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 BMW 730. 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 1994 BMW 730. 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 730. (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 730 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 57 L |
