2007 BMW 323 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 323 would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (245 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 323.
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, 2009 Ford F-150 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 323. (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 323 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 323 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |
