2005 Ford Bantam vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (59 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 535. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam. 2011 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Bantam | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | Bantam | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2979 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1845 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
