1998 BMW 323 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 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 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 55 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 581 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) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (246 Nm). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 323 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 323 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3510 mm |
