1992 BMW 730 vs. 2002 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 730 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2002 Ford Econovan. 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 730 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 730 | 2002 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2984 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2210 mm |
