2012 Ford F-350 vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 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 201 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford F-350 | 2005 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-350 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1961 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
