1992 BMW 540 vs. 2008 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 16 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2008 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6030 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 |