1988 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 316 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 BMW 316. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1988 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 316. (127 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 316 | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3200 mm |
