1996 BMW 528 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 528 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 BMW 528. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 528.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 528. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 528 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 528 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 225 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 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
