2005 Ford Escape vs. 1963 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 3200 CS would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 BMW 3200 CS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 BMW 3200 CS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 BMW 3200 CS weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 3200 CS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 BMW 3200 CS (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 BMW 3200 CS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1963 BMW 3200 CS | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Escape | 3200 CS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
