1999 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Ford F-150. (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 547 kg more than 1999 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford F-150. (393 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
