1987 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestar 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 103 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 79 kg more than 1987 BMW 750.
Because 1987 BMW 750 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 1987 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestar, 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, 1987 BMW 750 (451 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2005 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 98 L |
