2009 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW 730. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 758 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Because 2009 BMW 730 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 2009 BMW 730. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 132 L |
