1983 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
