2009 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 330 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 6200 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 132 L |
