1990 BMW 520 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 520 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 292 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3610 mm |