1994 BMW 840 vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2010 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-250. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 BMW 840.
Because 1994 BMW 840 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-250. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
