1998 BMW 325 vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, both 1998 BMW 325 and 1998 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 641 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 325 | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3050 mm |