1985 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW M5 (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 1985 BMW M5.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW M5. (290 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW M5. 2011 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 BMW M5 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |