2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 563 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1196 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 2007 BMW 550. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Bantam has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Bantam will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 550 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
