2001 Ford Think Neighbor vs. 2012 BMW 550
To start off, 2012 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Think Neighbor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 550 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 550 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, 2012 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor. (175 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Think Neighbor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Think Neighbor | 2012 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Think Neighbor | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | electric | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2670 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1170 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2968 mm |
