2011 BMW 750 vs. 2012 Ford S-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford S-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 750 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 272 more horse power than 2012 Ford S-Max. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford S-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2012 Ford S-Max. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford S-Max. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford S-Max. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford S-Max. 2011 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford S-Max has manual transmission. 2012 Ford S-Max will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 750 | 2012 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 609 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2140 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1902 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3071 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 70 L |
