1995 Ford Explorer vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 18 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 250 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Explorer | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
