1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 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 61 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 274 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 3.3 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 132 L |