1994 BMW M5 vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1978 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 M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Escort |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3795 cc | 939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |