2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 41 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 665 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 front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Brilliance | Ford |
| Model | BS4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 40 L |
