2004 BMW 320 vs. 1978 Ford Escort
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (174 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1978 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, 2004 BMW 320 (211 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1978 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
