1990 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 850 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:
| 1990 BMW 850 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
