2006 BMW 650 vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW 650. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 650.
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, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 650 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |