1986 BMW 735 vs. 2008 Ford F-450
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735.
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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2008 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
