1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (310 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M5 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |