1980 BMW 725 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 BMW 725. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1980 BMW 725.
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-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 725. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 725.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 725 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3505 mm |