1998 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1998 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
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 | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 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 |