1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150. 2012 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3071 mm |
