2005 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1970 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2400 mm |
