2006 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Ford F-350
To start off, 2010 Ford F-350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 789 kg more than 2010 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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, 2006 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2010 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | M5 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 115 L |
