2007 BMW 335 vs. 1977 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 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 255 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1977 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 939 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
