2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 Ford F-250 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. 2012 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 328 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
