1995 BMW 840 vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (194 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 297 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 840 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 1995 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, 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, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
