1992 BMW 740 vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 740. (401 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 740. 1992 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 740 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 144 L |
