2001 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 635 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 142 L |
