2008 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 1 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, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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 1162 kg more than 2008 BMW 328.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 328 | F-250 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 144 L |