1987 BMW 750 vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 24 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 34 more horse power than 2011 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 168 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, 2011 Ford Flex, 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | Flex |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |