1977 BMW 530 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 530 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1977 BMW 530. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1977 BMW 530. 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 (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 530. (256 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 530 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2445 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 |
