1986 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 20 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 983 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 BMW M6 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |