1986 BMW 735 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW 735 (220 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Explorer weights approximately 471 kg more than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 2010 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735. 2010 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW 735 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW 735 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2061 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
