2005 BMW 745 vs. 1995 Ford Royale
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Royale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Royale would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1995 Ford Royale. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Royale.
Because 2005 BMW 745 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Ford Royale, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Royale. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Royale. 2005 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 1995 Ford Royale has manual transmission. 1995 Ford Royale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1995 Ford Royale | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Royale |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2560 mm |
