1995 BMW S3 vs. 2005 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2005 Ford Econovan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW S3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW S3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW S3 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 BMW S3 (260 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econovan. (138 Nm). This means 1995 BMW S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW S3 | 2005 Ford Econovan | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | S3 | Econovan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
