2008 BMW 328 vs. 1984 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1984 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
