1992 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1992 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1231 kg more than 1992 BMW 320. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 320. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 320 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 320 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |
