2007 BMW 730 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 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 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (212 HP @ 4450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 535 kg more than 2007 BMW 730.
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, 1999 Ford Econoline (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3510 mm |
