2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 1987 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2001 BMW X Coupe is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1987 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 1987 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | X Coupe | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
