2009 BMW 135 vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 14 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, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1995 Ford Explorer. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 678 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Explorer. (399 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 135 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 407 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2840 mm |
