1996 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 10 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), 2006 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 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
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 | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |