2005 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 784 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 530 | F-450 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |