2007 BMW 545 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 1104 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | Escort |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 63 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |