1983 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 316. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 316 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 90 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
