1998 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 318 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1893 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 132 L |
