1996 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 335 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
