2001 BMW 735 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2001 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 BMW 735. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (377 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 735 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 735 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 298 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
