2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-350 (621 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-350 | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 621 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
