2009 BMW 335 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-250 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2009 BMW 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 335 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
