2004 BMW 745 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 745 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 704 kg more than 2004 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 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-150 (588 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 745 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 745 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3386 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
