1999 BMW 750 vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 850 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 750. (490 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 750. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 750 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 750 | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5370 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3030 mm |
