1987 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 19 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 92 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (204 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Freestyle, 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 750 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
