1992 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 727 kg more than 1992 BMW 525. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 525. (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 525 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
