1990 BMW M3 vs. 1999 Ford F-150
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 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 98 kg more than 1990 BMW M3.
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, 1999 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW M3 | 1999 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2467 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
