2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW 316
To start off, 2012 BMW 316 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 BMW 316. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1397 kg more than 2012 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 316. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1429 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 57 L |
