2005 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 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 275 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 826 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
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 M6 (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M6 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |