1972 BMW 3 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 BMW 3. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1940 kg more than 1972 BMW 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 BMW 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 3. (272 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 3. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1972 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1972 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 3 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3003 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 167 L |
