2007 BMW 335 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 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 210 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (90 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1986 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 116 L |
