2000 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 BMW M3. (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW M3. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW M3 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 110 L |
