1994 BMW 740 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP) has 207 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 797 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 740 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 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
