1996 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1996 BMW 535. (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1996 BMW 535. 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 535. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 2005 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2363 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
