2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 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, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 757 kg more than 2012 BMW 535.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | 535 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |
