2007 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Ford E-350
To start off, 2010 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2010 Ford E-350. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford E-350.
Because 2007 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford E-350. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 530 | 2010 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 530 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |
