1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 12 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 600 kg more than 2011 BMW 535.
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 (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2968 mm |
