2009 BMW 630 vs. 2000 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2009 BMW 630 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 630 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 507 kg more than 2009 BMW 630.
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, 2000 Ford Econoline (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 630. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 630 | 2000 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 630 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3510 mm |
