2007 BMW 760 vs. 1996 Ford Indigo
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Indigo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Indigo would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Ford Indigo. (430 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Indigo. (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Indigo. 2007 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Indigo has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Indigo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 760 | 1996 Ford Indigo | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 760 | Indigo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5935 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 439 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1010 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2900 mm |