1992 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
