2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 BMW 640
To start off, 2012 BMW 640 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 640 (318 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-150. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 640 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 640 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 640. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 640. (450 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 640.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2012 BMW 640 | |
| Make | Ford | BMW |
| Model | F-150 | 640 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 5007 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 70 L |
