2007 BMW 328 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2006 Ford F-350 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 328. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 will offer significantly more control. 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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3970 mm |
