2005 BMW 530 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (227 HP) has 149 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 78 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
