2000 BMW 328 vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2000 BMW 328 and 2000 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 BMW 328. (192 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 737 kg more than 2000 BMW 328. 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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 328. (279 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 328 | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3510 mm |
