1987 BMW 750 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion

To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.

Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750.

Compare all specifications:

1987 BMW 750 2000 Ford Excursion
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Excursion
Year Released 1987 2000
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4986 cc 5406 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 296 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 474 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1860 kg 3210 kg
Vehicle Length 5030 mm 5760 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 2050 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3490 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 120 L 167 L