1990 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 320. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 320. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 320 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |