1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 15 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 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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 545 kg more than 2012 BMW X3.
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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X3. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-250 | X3 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7275 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |