1968 BMW 1600 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1432 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1600 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
