1995 BMW M5 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M5 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 1995 BMW M5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1995 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
