1975 BMW 1602 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602.
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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 1602 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 132 L |
