2001 BMW M vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 8 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 409 kg more than 2009 Ford E-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, 2009 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 132 L |
