2005 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series. 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, 2005 BMW 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | E-Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.38:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 150 L |
