2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2005 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3490 mm |
