1986 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan. 2001 Ford Econovan has automatic transmission and 1986 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1986 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Econovan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | Econovan |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |