1978 BMW M1 vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1978 BMW M1 has manual transmission. 1978 BMW M1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 BMW M1 | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M1 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 136 L |