2008 BMW 535 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2008 BMW 535 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 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 589 kg more than 2008 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 535 (408 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
