2009 BMW M5 vs. 1998 Ford F-250
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 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 M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-250. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M5 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 592 kg more than 2009 BMW M5.
Because 1998 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M5. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-250. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-250. 1998 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M5 | 1998 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3490 mm |
