1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 BMW 545
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 11 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2008 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 545 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 4397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2890 mm |
