1996 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1996 BMW M3.
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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW M3. (320 Nm). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW M3. 2011 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1996 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 1996 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 125 L |
