1992 BMW 545 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 545 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 545 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
