2007 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (61 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 48 L |
