1995 BMW 840 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
