1983 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 BMW 325. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 325.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 325. 2011 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 1983 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1983 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 325 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |