2007 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
