1994 Ford Escort vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 120 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 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2010 BMW 120 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 120 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
