1992 BMW 850 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2011 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
