1990 BMW 316 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1990 BMW 316. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1990 BMW 316. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 316. (141 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 316. 2001 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1990 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1990 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 316 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 316 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
