2007 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 BMW 330
To start off, 2012 BMW 330 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-350. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford E-350 | 2012 BMW 330 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-350 | 330 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 57 L |