1995 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 BMW M3. (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 186 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M3. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 106 L |
