2001 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 BMW M3. (326 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M3 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M3 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
