1986 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (304 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Meteor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Meteor | 740 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
