1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2002 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 132 L |
