1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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 Ford Econoline (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2005 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 545 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2840 mm |
