1995 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 4198 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 144 L |
