2005 BMW 740 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2005 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 740 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 136 L |