2006 BMW 740 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 228 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1968 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |
