1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 14 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 6 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 755 kg more than 2011 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 335 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 | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 335 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2761 mm |
