1984 BMW 323 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 323 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 BMW 323. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1984 BMW 323. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 323. (205 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3610 mm |
