1986 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW M6 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Ford F-150. 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, 1986 BMW M6 (335 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (325 Nm). This means 1986 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
