1999 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 805 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 142 L |
