2007 BMW 335 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 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 231 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
