2007 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2012 Ford F-350 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 325 | F-350 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |