1973 BMW 2004 vs. 2004 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW 2004 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 2004 (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 2004 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 276 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004.
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, 1973 BMW 2004 (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 2004 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 2004 | 2004 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 2004 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |