1975 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1975 BMW 320. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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 F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
1975 BMW 320 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 12.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 115 L |