1992 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 19 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 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 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 921 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4600 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 | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
