2008 BMW M3 vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1992 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 M3 (365 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
