1999 BMW 318 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1999 BMW 318 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 318 (192 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 318 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 BMW 318 (355 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (60 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 318 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
