1994 Ford Escort vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 17 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 490 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 2011 BMW 125 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 2011 BMW 125. 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, 2011 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Escort | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 125 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2670 mm |
