1998 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 11 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
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, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 318 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |