2007 BMW 328 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
