2001 BMW 745 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2001 BMW 745 and 2001 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (284 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 BMW 745.
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, 2001 BMW 745 (390 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3510 mm |
