1996 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 BMW 530. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 530. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 530 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 110 L |