1993 BMW M5 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M5 (336 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 886 kg more than 1993 BMW M5.
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, 1993 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M5 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |
