1988 BMW 730 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 BMW 730. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1988 BMW 730. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 730. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 730 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2984 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 115 L |