1983 BMW 628 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 628 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 628 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2210 mm |