1984 BMW 316 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW 316 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1767 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 990 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 127 L |