1996 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Ford E-350
To start off, 2004 Ford E-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-350 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-350 (475 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2004 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2488 kg |
| 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 |
