1992 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 727 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.

Compare all specifications:

1992 BMW 740 2012 Ford Expedition
Make BMW Ford
Model 740 Expedition
Year Released 1992 2012
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3980 cc 5400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 282 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 494 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 2517 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 2002 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1961 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3023 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 106 L


 

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