2001 BMW M vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 9 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 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 409 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. 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, 2010 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 115 L |
