1981 BMW 725 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 725 would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 725.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 725. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 725 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 725 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3490 mm |