1996 BMW 540 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 13 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 879 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |