2008 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 828 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 144 L |
