1998 BMW 323 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 BMW 323. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1998 BMW 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 323 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 323 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4200 cc |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 144 L |