2008 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 335 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 2008 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |
