1992 BMW 538 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 538. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 538 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 538 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
