2007 BMW 328 vs. 1982 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1982 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
