1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 13 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, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 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 385 kg more than 2010 BMW M6.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M6. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M6. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | M6 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2781 mm |
