2009 BMW 760 vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2009 BMW 760 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Contour would be higher. At 5,971 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 2000 Ford Contour. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 760 weights approximately 842 kg more than 2000 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 760 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Contour. 2009 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Contour has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Contour will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 760 | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 760 | Contour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5971 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
