2007 BMW 650 vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 674 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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, 2007 BMW 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250. 2009 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 650 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 650 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 650 | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | E-250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |