2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1999 BMW 730
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 730 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 730. 1999 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1999 BMW 730 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | F-250 | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 90 L |