2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 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 201 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 325 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
