1977 BMW 728 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1995 Ford Explorer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 728 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 BMW 728. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 728. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 374 kg more than 1977 BMW 728. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 728. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 728 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2840 mm |
