1999 Ford Escort vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 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 171 more horse power than 1999 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 659 kg more than 1999 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Escort | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escort | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
