1997 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 416 kg more than 1997 BMW M3.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW M3. (236 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW M3 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
