2007 BMW M6 vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2007 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1994 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M6 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M6 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 1994 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 74.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
