1992 BMW 850 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1992 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (450 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 850 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2488 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 |
