1998 BMW 740 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 837 kg more than 1998 BMW 740. 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 740. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 740 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1968 kg | 2805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6253 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 115 L |