2007 BMW 328 vs. 1990 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 172 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1990 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
