1998 BMW 316 vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 316 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1998 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 316 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 316. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 316. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 316 | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 316 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 136 L |