2008 BMW 328 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
