1982 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 BMW 628. (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 628.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 628. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 628 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
