1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 13 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 885 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 120 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
