2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-450 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 650. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 650. 2012 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-450 | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-450 | 650 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 881 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 70 L |