1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2012 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2012 BMW 1 Series is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 1 Series (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 1 Series (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Ford Explorer | 2012 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Explorer | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |