1991 BMW M12 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 2005 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW M12. (450 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M12 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3610 mm |
