2008 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 840 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 142 L |
