2008 BMW 750 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 1225 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 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 2008 BMW 750 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 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 153 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 | 2055 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 40 L |