2003 BMW 645 vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 BMW 645 is newer by 2 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 627 kg more than 2003 BMW 645.
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, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 645 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3510 mm |
