1980 BMW M5 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW M5 (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 714 kg more than 1980 BMW M5.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW M5. (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW M5 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1391 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3050 mm |
