1966 BMW 1602 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1966 BMW 1602. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1602.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 BMW 1602. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 955 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1602. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1602 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1602 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1602 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 142 L |
