2001 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Econoline (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (170 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 950 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, 2001 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Econoline | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Econoline | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
