1978 BMW 725 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan.
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, 1978 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW 725 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 725 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2210 mm |