1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 30 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1430 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 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1602 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3030 mm |
