2007 BMW M vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2007 BMW M and 2007 Ford Bantam were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP) has 256 more horse power than 2007 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Because 2007 BMW M 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 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M | Bantam |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |