1978 BMW M1 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1978 BMW M1.
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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M1 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3510 mm |
