1981 BMW 745 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1981 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW 745. (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 3075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 114 L |
