2009 BMW 335 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 34 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1096 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 53 L |
