1976 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 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 70 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
