1989 BMW 750 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 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 5 more horse power than 1989 BMW 750. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1989 BMW 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 750. (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 750 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 750 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 115 L |
