2007 BMW 335 vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 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 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1997 Ford Explorer. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
