1998 BMW 730 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 730 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 984 kg more than 1998 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 730 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3378 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 98 L |
