2009 BMW 120 vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120.
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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 120 | ST 460 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 460 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
