2005 BMW 535 vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, 2005 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TS-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TS-50 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 535 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. 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, 2005 BMW 535 (345 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 535 | TS-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 132 L |
