2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
Because 2004 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740. 2011 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2004 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 740 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 82 L |
