1999 BMW 529 vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 529 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 529 | E-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |