1991 BMW M12 vs. 2003 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW M12 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2003 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M12 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2210 mm |
