1988 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 20 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 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 468 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 115 L |
