2006 Ford Bantam vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Bantam. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Bantam would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1041 kg more than 2012 BMW 335.
Because 2012 BMW 335 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 2012 BMW 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Bantam | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Ford | BMW |
Model | Bantam | 335 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |