1985 BMW 324 vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 324. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 324 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 867 kg more than 1985 BMW 324. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 324 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
