2006 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2012 BMW 128.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-250 | 128 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2979 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 53 L |