2008 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford E-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford E-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | M3 | E-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |