1992 BMW 520 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 19 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 895 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 520 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
