2001 BMW 320 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 320 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 411 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2546 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |