1999 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Ford F-250
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2011 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 330 | F-250 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1966 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |