2000 BMW 328 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 BMW 328 is newer by 8 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 2,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 328 (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 328 weights approximately 433 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, 2000 BMW 328 (279 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
