1999 BMW M28i vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW M28i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW M28i would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 BMW M28i. (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW M28i. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 734 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW M28i. (355 Nm). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW M28i.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M28i | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3490 mm |
