1996 BMW 540 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 540. (440 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 540 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 610 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1323 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |