2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 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), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-250. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1428 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Because 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 2010 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 115 L |
