2005 BMW 740 vs. 2005 Ford Econoline
To start off, both 2005 BMW 740 and 2005 Ford Econoline were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
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 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2005 Ford Econoline | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | Econoline |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3510 mm |