2005 BMW M6 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2005 BMW M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M6 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3050 mm |
