2001 BMW M vs. 2007 Ford F-450
To start off, 2007 Ford F-450 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-450. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-450.
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, 2007 Ford F-450 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2007 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 110 L |
