1995 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 840 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 BMW 840. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 840. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 840. (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 840.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 840 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
