1995 BMW Dinan vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW Dinan (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW Dinan should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW Dinan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 BMW Dinan (403 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm). This means 1995 BMW Dinan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Dinan | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3050 mm |
