1987 BMW M6 vs. 2007 Ford Territory
To start off, 2007 Ford Territory is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,984 cc, 2007 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Territory. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Territory. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Territory weights approximately 511 kg more than 1987 BMW M6.
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, 2007 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW M6. 2007 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 1987 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1987 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW M6 | 2007 Ford Territory | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | Territory |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3984 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
