1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 33 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 3.3 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3330 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 127 L |