2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 BMW 700 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 1965 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition, 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Expedition | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Expedition | 700 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 105.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 54 L |
