2010 Ford F-350 vs. 2009 BMW 116
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 116 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2009 BMW 116. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350.
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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 116. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 116. 2009 BMW 116 has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford F-350 has manual transmission. 2010 Ford F-350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 116 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford F-350 | 2009 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-350 | 116 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 53 L |
