2007 BMW 130 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 39 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 504 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2007 BMW 130 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. 2007 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 130 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 130 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 41 L |
