1968 BMW 2800 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 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 5,409 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 85 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2800. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2800.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2800. (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2800. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1968 BMW 2800 has manual transmission. 1968 BMW 2800 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 2800 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 2800 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
