1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2003 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2280 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2003 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1602 | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 167 L |
