1999 BMW 529 vs. 2012 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2012 Ford Expedition is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Expedition weights approximately 892 kg more than 1999 BMW 529. 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, 2012 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 529. (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 529. 2012 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 529 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 529 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 529 | 2012 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 529 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
