2009 BMW M5 vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 936 kg more than 1975 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, 2009 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | Escort |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |