1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 2011 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2011 BMW X6 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Meteor | X6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4877 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1983 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2933 mm |