1998 BMW Pickster vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW Pickster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Pickster | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | Pickster | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
