2006 BMW 530 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 2006 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1297 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |
