2003 Ford F-250 vs. 1981 BMW M1
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW M1 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1981 BMW M1. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 1981 BMW M1 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-250 | M1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 116 L |
