1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 945 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 318 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2770 mm |
