2005 Ford F-350 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-350 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-350 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 51 L |
