1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3
To start off, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 is newer by 16 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, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-250. (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 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 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2013 BMW ActiveHybrid 3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
