1992 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (450 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford E-250. (389 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
