2008 BMW 525 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 609 kg more than 1975 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |