1989 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1989 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
