2009 BMW 330 vs. 1986 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 1986 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1751 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
