1987 BMW 320 vs. 2010 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2010 Ford Expedition is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1987 BMW 320. (189 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1308 kg more than 1987 BMW 320. 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, 2010 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 320. 2010 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 320 | 2010 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 106 L |
