1996 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Ford E-250
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 332 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 332. (350 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 2004 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 332 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
