2000 BMW 323 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 323 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 BMW 323. (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 323.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
