1992 BMW 740 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 21 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 740 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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 (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 150 L |
