1998 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 707 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5621 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1974 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3327 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 127 L |