2008 Ford E-350 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 873 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 2013 BMW 5 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-350 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-350 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5409 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
