1994 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1994 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 740 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |