2006 Ford E-150 vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2006 Ford E-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M3 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 2010 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150, 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford E-150 | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | E-150 | M3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 63 L |
