1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2000 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2000 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2000 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
