1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 3.3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 3.3 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1976 BMW 3.3. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 BMW 3.3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 800 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 3.3 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 142 L |
