1998 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Ford E-350
To start off, 2012 Ford E-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 740 (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-350 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1998 BMW 740.
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, 2012 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2012 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | E-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 132 L |