1997 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2007 Ford Expedition is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 850 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 BMW 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2007 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2007 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
