2007 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1981 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
