1985 BMW 324 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 22 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), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1985 BMW 324. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 324.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 324. (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 324. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 324 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 324 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:
1985 BMW 324 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 324 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
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 | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
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 | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |