1992 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2009 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 132 L |
