1988 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2443 cc | 4200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 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 | 1460 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |