1992 BMW 740 vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 BMW 740.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
