1992 BMW 520 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 520 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 520 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4200 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |