1998 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 132 L |
