2008 BMW 540 vs. 2000 Ford Artic
To start off, 2008 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Artic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Artic would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 540 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2000 Ford Artic.
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, 2008 BMW 540 (440 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Artic. (325 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Artic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 540 | 2000 Ford Artic | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 540 | Artic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3998 cc |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |