1995 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
