2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1983 BMW 325
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 325 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150.
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, 2009 Ford E-150 (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford E-150 | 1983 BMW 325 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | E-150 | 325 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |