2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | M6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2851 mm |
