1987 BMW 750 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 BMW 750. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1987 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 888 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 BMW 750. (451 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 BMW 750. 1987 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 750 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 115 L |