1994 Ford Escort vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 930 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 M6 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 M6. 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 M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 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 M6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | M6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1391 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
