1999 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Ford F-250
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330. 1999 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 2003 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |
