2011 BMW 750 vs. 1985 Ford Meteor
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1985 Ford Meteor. (82 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Meteor. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 750 | 1985 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Meteor |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5215 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3211 mm | 2410 mm |
