1994 BMW 750 vs. 1994 Ford Contour

To start off, both 1994 BMW 750 and 1994 Ford Contour were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Ford Contour. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 828 kg more than 1994 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 BMW 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Contour.

Compare all specifications:

1994 BMW 750 1994 Ford Contour
Make BMW Ford
Model 750 Contour
Year Released 1994 1994
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5379 cc 1989 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 322 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 84.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2070 kg 1242 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2710 mm


 

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