2007 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 935 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
