2008 BMW 523 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 410 kg more than 2008 BMW 523.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 523 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
