2008 BMW 316 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 2008 BMW 316 and 1992 Ford Escort are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 316 (175 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
