1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 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 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (362 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 362 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |