1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford F-150 | 2011 BMW 135 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 135 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2659 mm |
