2008 BMW 735 vs. 2010 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2010 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,600 cc, 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2008 BMW 735 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 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2008 BMW 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 2010 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 58 L |
