1996 BMW 540 vs. 2002 Ford F-250
To start off, 2002 Ford F-250 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 540 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 615 kg more than 1996 BMW 540.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2002 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 540 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
