1997 BMW 850 vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 16 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 850 (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2013 Ford Flex. (281 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 83 kg more than 1997 BMW 850.
Because 1997 BMW 850 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 1997 BMW 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex, 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, 1997 BMW 850 (490 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Flex. (346 Nm). This means 1997 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 850 | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | Flex |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2994 mm |
