2008 BMW 745 vs. 1968 Ford Escort

To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1968 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 745 1968 Ford Escort
Make BMW Ford
Model 745 Escort
Year Released 2008 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4397 cc 1298 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 328 HP 56 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 98 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 63 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 145 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1945 kg 805 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 3980 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1580 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 41 L


 

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