2006 Ford Expedition vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 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 3 more horse power than 1990 BMW 850. (297 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Because 1990 BMW 850 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 1990 BMW 850. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 850. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Expedition | 1990 BMW 850 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Expedition | 850 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 52 L |