2002 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford F-250 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford F-250 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, 2002 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328. 2002 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 328 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4536 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
