1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1999 Ford Expedition
To start off, 1999 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 866 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1999 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3.3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 132 L |
