2007 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 689 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2009 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |
