2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1335 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. 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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |