1992 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 772 kg more than 1992 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 132 L |
