1994 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 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-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 814 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-350 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
