2006 BMW 740 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 626 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 740 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 225 HP |
Torque | 390 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 132 L |