1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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-250 (389 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Turbo | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3510 mm |
