2009 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 320 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 114 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | E-350 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |