1973 BMW 525 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1973 BMW 525. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1973 BMW 525. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 525. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 525 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3510 mm |
