2008 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2400 mm |