1996 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 678 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 545 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 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 | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |