1987 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 730 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 730 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 114 kg more than 1987 BMW 730.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 730 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4200 cc |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |