1997 BMW 730 vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 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 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 773 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 730 | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 730 | F-350 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 115 L |