1986 BMW M6 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1986 BMW M6.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |
