1976 BMW 630 vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 630 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 BMW 630. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 630 weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 630. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 630. (251 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 630 | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3030 mm |
