1994 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2840 mm |
