2007 BMW 328 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3050 mm |
