2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Ford EX were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford EX has manual transmission. 2001 Ford EX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Ford EX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | EX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 567 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 54 L |
