1984 BMW M6 vs. 2009 Ford F-450
To start off, 2009 Ford F-450 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1984 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW M6.
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-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW M6 | 2009 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 814 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 144 L |
