1977 BMW 628 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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, 2012 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
