1985 BMW 628 vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 628. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1985 BMW 628. 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 628. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 628. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 628 | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
