1981 BMW 628 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 628 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1386 kg more than 1981 BMW 628.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 BMW 628. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 628 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 628 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
