2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Ford F-150. (292 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 697 kg more than 2007 BMW M3.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3. 2010 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 433 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5885 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2004 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1887 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |