2007 BMW 335 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 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 168 more horse power than 1985 Ford Escort. (132 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Escort. (180 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
