2007 BMW 335 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (55 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 614 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
